Teamwork: Education and Training in Healthcare

Abstract

Considering the amount of teamwork necessary within and across healthcare professionals, we dedicate this chapter to highlight the theoretical underpinnings that can guide tangible actions to better educate and train healthcare professionals. First, we propose the EDUCA-TRAIN model which clearly delineates evidence-based guidelines with the purpose of enhancing teamwork in the healthcare context. Each one of these guidelines are expanded upon and used to integrate the education and training literatures. Second, we emphasize important concepts that should be incorporated throughout (e.g., simulation, training needs analysis). These are considerations that can help in the improvement and effectiveness of the education and training programs. Third, we bring key avenues for future research to the forefront, including the consideration of different pedagogies. Finally, this chapter draws from the current outlook in healthcare, at a professional and educational level, to propose what needs to be done in order to implement IPE team training with the aim of benefitting healthcare teams.